Just in time for cooling temperatures and vibrant foliage, Ohio. Find It Here and the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) are teaming up to launch the Fall in Ohio microsite – an easy-to-navigate online resource perfect for locals and visitors seeking leaf-peeping tips, incredible fall color views, quintessential festivals and must-see attractions. Richland County sites are very much included in the mix.
“With the summer wrapping up and school back in full swing, many people are looking to maximize their weekends with fun and memorable experiences,” said Matt MacLaren, director of Ohio. Find It Here. “Whether visitors are seeking a fall-themed road trip, a fall festival or even a late-night ghost walk, they can find it on the new Fall in Ohio microsite.”
Highlights of the Ohio. Find It Here. Fall in Ohio landing page, which can be accessed here, include:
~ODNR’s Fall Color Report, showcasing weekly updates on the best spots to view the changing fall foliage throughout the state.
~Fall-themed road trip itineraries, including:
- Fall Scenic Route Road Trip: A guide to some of the most beautiful views in Ohio at locations such as Nelson-Kennedy Ledges State Park, Cuyahoga Valley National Park, Mohican-Memorial State Forest and Hocking Hills State Park.
- Foodie Fill-Up Road Trip: A culinary tour of Ohio’s best eats, from celebrity Chef Michael Symon’s Mabel’s BBQ, (the birthplace of Cleveland-style barbeque) to the best dumplings you’ll have in the Midwest.
- Haunted Ohio: Take in the full spectrum of haunted areas in Ohio including everything from ghostly hotels and paranormal hotspots to creepy tunnels and even mortuary museums.
~Festivals and other fall-themed events, from apple picking to sauerkraut tasting to all things pumpkin.
~Ideas for embracing Ohio’s plethora of camping options as the seasons change.
Of course, Richland County gets some attention on the site for a few of our most well-known attractions, such as Malabar Farm and the Ohio State Reformatory. But Richland County residents can use the site to find attractions across the whole state, perfect for a quick fall vacation that doesn’t take you too far from home.
Be sure to watch @OhioFindItHere on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram for social media giveaways, and inspire others by tagging your own fall adventures with #FallInOhio and #OhioFindItHere. For more travel ideas and inspiration, visit Ohio.org and find the full list of fall events and festivals at Ohio.org/Order-Guide.
